Social Worker's "Who are they and what do they do?" Interview with Cristino N. Chavez Jr., LMSWSocial Worker's "Who are they and what do they do?" Interview with Cristino N. Chavez Jr., LMSW
Behavioral Health Integration
Cristino N. Chavez Jr., LMSW, discusses the multifaceted role of social workers in behavioral health and their impact on mental wellness.
45:33•31 Mar 2022
The Vital Role of Social Workers: A Chat with Cristino N. Chavez Jr., LMSW
“If we're seeing that within social work, between lmsws and Lcsws, and if we're seeing that in settings like treatment teams, where you have the social worker and a case manager or social worker and a drug addiction counselor, yeah, you know, it's just so funny you say that because the vibe that I get sometimes here in Minnesota is that it's the social workers that are on the top of the heap and the rest of us are actually down below.”
Ever wondered what social workers really do in the behavioral health field? In this episode of 'Behavioral Health Integration', host Jacob Minnig sits down with Cristino N. Chavez Jr., LMSW, to break it all down. Cristino shares his journey and sheds light on the many hats social workers wear, from coordinating care to advocating for policy changes.
If you're curious about how social workers fit into the bigger picture of mental health and substance abuse interventions, this conversation is a must-listen. You'll get a peek into the daily challenges they face and the immense impact they have on improving lives. Plus, Cristino dives into the importance of teamwork among mental health professionals and how research and teaching opportunities can shape the future of behavioral health.
Whether you're considering a career in social work or just want to understand the field better, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and heartfelt insights.
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